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Helicopter NVG – Night Vision

October 29th, 2011 by admin | No Comments

Helicopter NVG - Night Vision

This is a split screen video demonstrating the effectiveness of Night Vision Goggles (NVG) in helicopter operations.


Video: 2 Hikers Fall. Long Line Rescue at Stinson Beach

August 3rd, 2011 by admin | No Comments

Video: 2 Hikers Fall. Long Line Rescue at Stinson Beach

Two hikers wanted the ultimate photographic opportunity at Stinson Beach. Instead, they got the ultimate rescue when they both went over the edge, falling 200ft. Press Release to come. Click on the image to launch the video.


Former Helicopter Unit Sgt. Appointed Asst. Sheriff

November 19th, 2010 by admin | No Comments

Editorial It is with great pride that I take this opportunity to congratulate Lt. Lorenzo Duenas on his recent appointment to Assistant Sheriff.


In It For The Long Haul

August 13th, 2010 by admin | No Comments

In It For The Long Haul

The Henry 1 program and crew are featured in this Vertical Magazine article by Brent Bergan, an instructor pilot with the U.S. Coast Guard at Air Station Humboldt Bay. View the PDF.


Playing the Victim

February 4th, 2010 by admin | No Comments

Playing the Victim

One of the more dramatic photos we’ve ever captured was of Henry 1 long lining a victim from the top of  a monster wave. What is rarely mentioned is the continual, physical training the unit puts itself through in order to meet those types of rescue demands and, more importantly, the people who volunteer to [...]


Canine External Cargo

December 17th, 2009 by admin | No Comments

Canine External Cargo

The crew is featured on the Vertical Magazine website for the rescue of a man and his dog from a cliff on Bodega Head trail. You can view a PDF of the story or visit the story online on the Vertical magazine website.


Neither Night, Nor Driving Rain…

December 16th, 2009 by admin | No Comments

Neither Night, Nor Driving Rain...

Back at the hangar, the work doesn’t stop. Apart from their work as a cohesive team, each crew member has a specialty to perform that requires they are fit and fully prepared for whatever may come.


Rescue Helicopter Unit in Men’s Fitness Magazine

March 15th, 2009 by admin | No Comments

Rescue Helicopter Unit in Men's Fitness Magazine

Saving lives in treacherous Northern California terrain requires courage and physical durability. Luckily, the men who make up the Henry 1 rescue team are fit for the challenge.


Helicopters are Laying Down the Law

December 31st, 2006 by admin | No Comments

Helicopters are Laying Down the Law

This Rotor magazine article describes the unique and vital role helicopters play in law enforcement.